Activity
Scholastic

Scholastic: Because of Winn Dixie

For Students 3rd - 8th
Great site for using cross-curriculum sources after reading Because of Winn-Dixie. This site contains a scrapbook, play, information about the author, movie slideshow and much more.
Website
Authors Calendar

Author's Calendar: Roald Dahl

For Students 9th - 10th
This biography on author Roald Dahl (1916-1990 CE) provides information about his literary career and personal life. It comments on his often-used taste for cruelty, rudeness to adults, and comic grotesque themes used in his books by...
eBook
Blackdog Media

Classic Reader: The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the full text of the children's novel The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum.
Website
Other

Frank Asch

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource explores the life of Frank Asch. It includes an interview, biography, list of his books and fun activities to do.
Article
NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Kids' Book Has Charges of Whitewashing Slavery

For Students 9th - 10th
Article presents a critical analysis of the depiction of slavery in the children's book, A Fine Dessert.
Lesson Plan
Orca Book Publishers

Orca Book Publishers: 'Jeffrey and Sloth' Teaching Guide [Pdf]

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This teaching guide for Jeffrey and Sloth, a story written by Kari-Lynn Winters, provides a synopsis of the story, discussion questions and teaching ideas. The book is about the experience of writer's block and how to overcome it. The...
Unit Plan
National Endowment for the Arts

National Endowment for the Arts: The Big Read: To Kill a Mockingbird

For Students 9th - 10th
Guide to Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird, with historical information, author biography, discussion questions, and a ten-lesson unit of study including activities, homework assignments, project ideas, and essay topics. A radio show,...
Unit Plan
University of Nebraska

University of Nebraska, Lincoln: Willa Cather Archive

For Students 9th - 10th
The Willa Cather Archive is a vast collection of material that allows for the study of Cather's life and writings. Included are writings, letters, biographical information, images, audio and movie clips, teacher resources, and digital...
Website
Scholastic

Scholastic: Milly and the Macy's Parade

For Students 3rd - 8th
Resource guides the reader through this great book. Choose from different categories in before, during, and after you read. Take a quiz, create a story map, and write a book report.
Activity
Other

Eric Wilson

For Students 2nd - 8th
Information about Canadian novelist Eric Wilson and his fiction are included along with the first chapter from each of his mystery novels.
eBook
University of Pennsylvania

Project Gutenberg: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from the Project Gutenberg you can choose the format that suits you best to download or read the entire work.
Unknown Type
Harold D. Underdown

The How Do I Get It Published Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A fantastic quiz for answering questions about getting your writing piece published. Pertains specifically to children's literature, but may also be relevant for other types of writing.
Activity
Harold D. Underdown

The Purple Crayon: Resources About Agents for Writers

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive research guide for writers who are interested in finding an agent. Rich with information and helpful hints; site is suited for children's literature writers but can also apply to other genres.
Article
Harold D. Underdown

Writing and Illustrating Multicultural Children's Books

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough resource on the wide-ranging topic of multicultural literature for children. Includes information about the current field of multiculturalism, opportunities for writers, finding a publisher, and looking toward the future of...
Article
Harold D. Underdown

Chatting Them Up: Tips for a Successful Interview

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Taken from the perspective of a children's literature writer, this website offers several tips and suggestions for conducting an efficient interview. A detailed and informational article.
Website
Scholastic

Scholastic Kids: Book Central

For Students 3rd - 5th
Scholastic Kids Book Central contains links to other interactive Scholastic sites on various children's book series. The site also provides information on kids' authors and illustrators, fun activities, and more.
Lesson Plan
Books in the Classroom

Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Looking Critically at Picture Books

For Teachers 3rd - 6th Standards
This site describes several ideas and activities to use with picture books and intermediate/middle school age students. Specific title to use are also given.
Website
Books in the Classroom

Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Snowflake Bentley

For Students 3rd - 5th
This review of "Snowflake Bentley" written by Jacqueline Briggs Martin and illustrated by Mary Azarian features related activities for this Caldecott medal winning book.
Website
Books in the Classroom

Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: If You Give a Moose a Muffin

For Students 3rd - 5th
This teacher resource includes a review of Laura Numeroff's If You Give a Moose a Muffin, things to notice in the book and discuss, and related learning activities and links.
Website
Books in the Classroom

Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Araminta's Paint Box

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site on the book "Araminta's Paint Box" by Karen Ackerman, includes a review of the book, a listing of things to notice and talk about, activities related to the book, other related books, and links to other resources.
Website
Books in the Classroom

Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Little Blue and Little Yellow

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site on the book "Little Blue and Little Yellow" by Leo Lionni, includes a review of the book, a listing of things to notice and talk about, activities related to the book, other related books, and links to other resources.
Website
Books in the Classroom

Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: The Castle in the Attic

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site provides a review of the book "The Castle in the Attic" by Elizabeth Winthrop. It also features ideas for activities and a list of related books.
Website
Books in the Classroom

Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Bird Watch: A Book of Poetry

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site is on the book "Bird Watch" by Jane Yolen. It includes a review of the book, a listing of things to notice and talk about, activities related to the book, other related books, and links to other resources.
Website
Books in the Classroom

Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Jumanji

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site on the book "Jumanji" by Chris Van Allsburg, includes a review of the book, a listing of things to notice and talk about, activities related to the book, other related books, and links to other resources.